Windows Server 2012

trandat
Member

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09-02-2016, 07:01 AM

Yes, it's feasible to run Windows Server 2012 as a NAS and connect from outside your home network. The process involves configuring the server for file sharing and ensuring proper security settings. There are detailed guides available that walk through the setup steps.

trandat

09-02-2016, 07:01 AM #1

Rucian
Member

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09-02-2016, 08:00 AM

Set up remote access by directing traffic via your router. The standard port is 3389 unless specified otherwise.

Rucian

09-02-2016, 08:00 AM #2

Set up remote access by directing traffic via your router. The standard port is 3389 unless specified otherwise.

fuzzguy
Junior Member

09-02-2016, 06:05 PM

In short, after installing Server 2012, you just need to enable remote desktop and open port 3389 via your router. Regarding multiple hard drives, it depends on the setup—some configurations support more than one drive, while others may require specific arrangements.

fuzzguy

09-02-2016, 06:05 PM #3

Ailinie
Member

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09-02-2016, 11:03 PM

You'll discover it's simpler to arrange a VPN when setting up those drives, keeping both devices connected instead of using alternative sharing methods.

Ailinie

09-02-2016, 11:03 PM #4

You'll discover it's simpler to arrange a VPN when setting up those drives, keeping both devices connected instead of using alternative sharing methods.

Stealsz
Member

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09-04-2016, 10:50 AM

I understand, the only VPNs I know are those that hide or alter your IP address. Are you asking about something different?

Stealsz

09-04-2016, 10:50 AM #5

I understand, the only VPNs I know are those that hide or alter your IP address. Are you asking about something different?

yoyofinal
Junior Member

09-04-2016, 07:10 PM

Distribute the directories to the network, establish a VPN via your router, enable the laptop to connect through the VPN externally, and the shared folders will become reachable.

yoyofinal

09-04-2016, 07:10 PM #6

Distribute the directories to the network, establish a VPN via your router, enable the laptop to connect through the VPN externally, and the shared folders will become reachable.

LaniBooster
Senior Member

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09-05-2016, 05:00 PM

The system will either allow access from the network directly or require each device in the network to connect via the VPN.

LaniBooster

09-05-2016, 05:00 PM #7

The system will either allow access from the network directly or require each device in the network to connect via the VPN.

Spaceface16518
Senior Member

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09-13-2016, 08:41 PM

The drives will be accessible over the network based on the configuration (domain, homegroup or personal login). The VPN will enable a PC to show up in the local network even when connected outside. This allows the PC to view the shared drives.

Spaceface16518

09-13-2016, 08:41 PM #8

Cal860
Junior Member

09-13-2016, 09:59 PM

This clarifies a few points, thank you. I plan to configure it first through the homegroup and then expand from there later. Appreciate the help!

Cal860

09-13-2016, 09:59 PM #9

This clarifies a few points, thank you. I plan to configure it first through the homegroup and then expand from there later. Appreciate the help!